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AY05 YEL

2005 BMW X3

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

187,974 mi
Last recorded187,974 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 BMW X390,285 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 YEL
MakeBMW
ModelX3
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 187,974 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 179,660 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Dec 2016 179,660 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Dec 2015 167,029 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 160,357 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers worn .

Pass 25 Nov 2013 154,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 149,005 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NEAR SIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE .

WASHER PUMP PARTIALY NOT WORKING .

Pass 7 Oct 2011 133,696 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 133,634 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 115,439 miles

front number plate

near side rear number plate lense missing

Pass 24 Apr 2009 99,108 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2008 87,052 miles

How Reliable is the BMW X3?

Based on 1,227,551 MOT tests across 116,465 vehicles.

81.7%
Pass Rate
7,291
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
116,465
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,027
coil spring broken 11,583
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,799
coil spring fractured 6,299
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5,284
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AY05 YEL is a 2005 BMW X3 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 BMW X3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 90,285 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW X3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,027 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY05 YEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this BMW X3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY05 YEL registered?

AY05 YEL is a 2005 BMW X3, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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